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MXP → KIV
Which side of the plane to sit from Malpensa International Airport (Milano) to Chişinău International Airport (Chisinau)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more consistent and dramatic mountain landscape, featuring the heart of the Dolomites and the rugged forested peaks of the Transylvanian Carpathians.
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The Dolomites
Breathtaking views of the jagged limestone peaks and deep valleys of the Italian Alps shortly after departure.
Lake Garda
A stunning aerial perspective of Italy's largest lake and the surrounding Sirmione peninsula.
Julian Alps
Dramatic mountain ridges of Slovenia, including glimpses of Triglav National Park's wilderness.
Transylvanian Carpathians
Dense, dark forests and high-altitude ridges of the Southern Carpathian range in central Romania.
Prut River
The winding, serpentine river that forms the natural border between Romania and the Republic of Moldova.
Sit forward of the wing for unobstructed views of the Alps; this is the most scenic part of the flight. Morning departures provide the best lighting for the Dolomites, as the sun illuminates the northern slopes from the south. Keep your camera ready about 15 minutes after takeoff for Lake Garda and 70 minutes in for the Romanian mountains.
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Milan & Po Valley
Panoramic views of the Lombardy plains and the distant skyline of Milan during the initial climb.
Venetian Lagoon
A distant but distinct view of Venice and its surrounding islands if the flight path tracks slightly south.
Adriatic Coastline
The shimmering blue waters where the Italian coast meets the northern reaches of the Adriatic Sea.
Dinaric Alps
The rugged karst landscape and limestone plateaus characteristic of the Western Balkan region.
Wallachian Plain
The vast agricultural heartland of southern Romania, stretching toward the Danube River.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the European continent. Look out approximately 25 minutes after takeoff to spot the distinctive shape of the Venetian lagoon. During the descent into Chisinau, this side often provides a better view of the city's suburban sprawl and the agricultural grids of central Moldova.
Book Hotels in ChisinauDistance: 1,555 km (966 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 4 min
Departure: MXP (45.6306, 8.728110000000001)
Arrival: KIV (46.92770004272461, 28.93099975585937)
Route Type: International
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